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AISSEE 2027: Application Starts for Class 6 and 9 Sainik School Admissions
· Source: Amar Ujala
The National Testing Agency has begun the online application process for AISSEE 2027 for admissions to Class 6 and Class 9. Candidates can apply online through the official portal until 2 December 2026 without a late fee.
AISSEE 2027 Admission Notice
The National Testing Agency (NTA) released an official notification on 3 November 2026 starting the online application process for the All India Sainik Schools Entrance Examination (AISSEE-2027). This exam is conducted for admission to Class 6 and Class 9 in Sainik Schools and approved New Sainik Schools across the country for the 2027-28 academic session. Interested students and parents can submit their applications online at exams.nta.nic.in/sainik-school-society/.
Important Dates
The schedule for the application process and examination is as follows:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online application begins | 3 November 2026 |
| Last date to apply without late fee | 2 December 2026 |
| Last date to submit normal application fee | 2 December 2026 |
| Application with late fee | 3 to 6 December 2026 |
| Last date to pay fee with late fee | 6 December 2026 |
| Application correction window | 7 to 9 December 2026 |
| Exam city information | 11 January 2027 |
| Admit card release date | 25 January 2027 |
| Entrance examination date | 31 January 2027 |
| Result declaration | To be announced later |
Late Application Fee
Candidates applying during the late window from 3 to 6 December 2026 will have to pay an additional Rs 500 over the normal examination fee.
Eligibility Criteria
The age of the candidates will be calculated as of 31 March 2027. Both boys and girls can apply for Class 6 and Class 9. For Class 9, admission of girls depends on seat availability in the concerned school. In New Sainik Schools, rules and seats for girls may vary by school.
| Class | Eligible Birth Window | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Class 6 | 1 April 2015 to 31 March 2017 | Studying in Class 5 or passed it |
| Class 9 | 1 April 2012 to 31 March 2014 | Passed Class 8 from a recognised school at the time of admission |
Admission Categories in New Sainik Schools
Approved New Sainik Schools offer admissions through two distinct categories:
- 40 Percent Seats (Category A): Filled on an All-India merit basis from eligible candidates across the country who appear in AISSEE 2027 and meet the criteria.
- Up to 60 Percent Seats (Category B): Reserved for students already studying in that particular New Sainik School (must be in Class 5 for Class 6 entry, or Class 8 for Class 9 entry) who pass AISSEE 2027. Any vacant seats in Category B will be filled under Category A.
Exam Pattern
All questions in AISSEE-2027 will be multiple-choice questions (MCQ), conducted in pen-and-paper mode using OMR sheets.
| Details | Class 6 | Class 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Exam Duration | 150 minutes | 180 minutes |
| Question Type | Multiple Choice (MCQ) | Multiple Choice (MCQ) |
| Medium of Exam | 13 languages | English only |
| Exam Mode | Pen-paper and OMR | Pen-paper and OMR |
Questions
What is the official website to apply for AISSEE 2027?
Candidates can apply online through exams.nta.nic.in/sainik-school-society/.
When will the AISSEE 2027 entrance exam take place?
The entrance examination is scheduled to be held on 31 January 2027.
What is the late fee charge for submitting the application after 2 December 2026?
Applicants submitting forms between 3 and 6 December 2026 must pay an additional late fee of Rs 500.
Can students take the Class 9 AISSEE exam in regional languages?
No, the Class 9 entrance exam will be conducted only in the English medium, while the Class 6 exam will be in 13 languages.
Written in English by Disha Stars from the Amar Ujala report (read the original in Hindi). Check dates and links on the official website before you act.
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